Just passed your HGV test? We're offering a full-time Class 2 driver position in South Devon with two weeks of paid, hands-on training to help you hit the ground running. Start as a driver's mate, learn the ropes with an experienced Class 2 driver, and then take the wheel once you're confident.
✅ Pay: £16.21 per hour (PAYE Advanced) - Weekly Pay
✅ Shifts: Monday to Friday - Day shifts, local routes
✅ Location: Torbay / Newton Abbot / South Devon
Responsibilities
* Make local deliveries to established customers
* Load, secure, and handle goods safely (manual handling involved)
* Complete delivery paperwork and take occasional payments
* Maintain vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
* Support the warehouse team when needed
Benefits
* Two-week buddy system for newly qualified drivers
* Guaranteed hours after training
* No nights or long hauls - home daily
* Modern, high-spec vehicles
* Supportive team environment with long-term stability
Requirements
* Valid Category C (Class 2) licence
* Up-to-date CPC and Digital Tachograph card
* No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD, or IN endorsements)
* Physically fit for manual handling and multiple vehicle exits/entries
* Own transport to commute to the depot
Apply today - call 01364 644149 and ask for the HGV team, or click 'Apply'.
About Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay)
Driver Hire is a leading recruitment business for the transport and logistics sector, with over 100 offices across the UK and more than 40 years of experience. We work with professional drivers and logistics staff across South Devon, including Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and surrounding areas-with excellent access from Exeter and Plymouth.
We recruit for a wide range of roles, including HGV Class 1, Class 2, 7.5T, van driving, multi-drop deliveries, warehouse operatives, forklift drivers, and driver's mates. Whether you're looking for temporary shifts, full-time hours, or a permanent role, we may have something that fits.
In our most recent candidate survey, 97% of people said they're proud to work with us, and 98% rated their local office service as Good or Excellent.